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A room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a sink and stove. Large windows offer a view of mountains and a lake.

A stone fireplace with a TV above it, a framed picture on the wall, and a basket on the floor.

A picnic setup with a bottle of milk, a glass of orange juice, red mugs, a vase with pink flowers, and food containers on a wooden table.

1. The Mackenzie Suites

1.9 km from Mount John Lookout

Peter

฿5,545

฿6,377 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a bridge.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden wall paneling, a sliding glass door to the outdoors, and a mounted TV.

A modern living room with a sofa and armchairs, a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains.

A modern multi-story building with large glass windows and stone pillars.

2. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

2.8 km from Mount John Lookout

Suresh

฿11,752

฿13,515 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A modern building with multiple windows and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A woman relaxing in a bathtub with a view of a bedroom through a window.

A person in a robe by a window with a starry night sky view.

A person standing by a window with a night sky view, including stars and a visible mountain range.

3. Galaxy Boutique Hotel

2 km from Mount John Lookout

Clara

฿9,137

฿10,508 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A view from a room with a large window overlooking a grassy area with a body of water and mountains in the distance.

A balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.

A modern building with a stone facade and a metal roof, located near a beach with people walking around.

A modern elevator with a metallic finish, a glass door, and a visible emergency exit sign.

4. Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

2.2 km from Mount John Lookout

Jennifer

฿4,615

฿5,308 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A lakeside view with chairs and a picnic table, surrounded by trees and mountains.

A modern restroom with three sinks, a large mirror, and a decorative wall piece.

A building with a covered outdoor area, a car parked in front, and a starry night sky.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinetry, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

5. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

1.5 km from Mount John Lookout

Mohit

฿3,300

฿3,795 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A swimming pool with a wooden table, a bottle, and glasses.

A residential area with houses, a swimming pool, and a lake with mountains in the background.

A residential area with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and houses with similar architecture.

A kitchen with a granite countertop, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

6. Mantra Lake Tekapo

2.9 km from Mount John Lookout

HARDIK

฿7,106

฿8,171 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A golf course with a flag, a person standing, and another person sitting on the grass.

A house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A snow-covered outdoor area with picnic tables and a building.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and wall-mounted light fixtures.

7. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

2.4 km from Mount John Lookout

Rachel

฿2,401

฿2,762 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A building with a glass door, wooden shutters, and a covered outdoor seating area with picnic tables.

A modern building with large glass windows, a wooden structure, and a stone foundation.

A person sitting on a bench inside a room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with a view of trees and a parked car outside.

A modern interior with a large window, a sofa, a television, and a plant.

8. Lakes Edge Lodge

1.4 km from Mount John Lookout

Justin

฿1,966

฿2,261 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A modern room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are two sofas and a wicker chair.

Two people sitting by a window overlooking a lake and mountains.

A room with large windows offering a view of a lake, mountains, and trees.

9. Haka House Lake Tekapo

2.2 km from Mount John Lookout

Steven

฿4,341

฿4,993 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden seating, and a large window.

A restaurant interior with a bar area, seating arrangement, and a view of the outside.

A wooden building with a sign reading "JACK RABBIT" and a rainbow in the background.

10. The Godley Hotel

2.4 km from Mount John Lookout

Daniel

฿3,402

฿3,912 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.

A circular window view of a balcony with a chair, a table with a red item, and a scenic lake and hills in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a scenic view, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a remote control and glasses on it.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.

11. Peppers Bluewater Resort

1.9 km from Mount John Lookout

Sophie

฿4,579

฿5,266 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A modern building with a large glass window, a gravel area with small plants, a pond, and a clear blue sky with clouds.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a toilet.

A modern living room with a curved orange sofa, a white round table, and a black and gold shelving unit against a light wall.

A single-story building with a garage, a driveway, and a parking area.

12. April One Bedroom Apartment

2.6 km from Mount John Lookout

Jonathan

฿5,800

฿6,670 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A modern house with a wooden deck and large windows, set against a starry night sky.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a chair, and a wooden wall panel.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel microwave, a brick-patterned backsplash, and a set of knives on the counter.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and knife block.

13. Alpine Studio Coulson

2.8 km from Mount John Lookout

Anonymous traveller

฿3,544

฿4,075 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A window with a view of a natural landscape, including trees and mountains.

A room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There is a wooden chair and a small table with bottles.

A living room with a wooden wall, a flat-screen TV, a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A snow-covered residential area with a stone wall, a bench, and a house with a snow-covered roof.

14. Tekapo1929 Lakefront Villa

2.8 km from Mount John Lookout

Melanie

฿5,048

฿5,806 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

15. Star View 3 Bedroom

2.5 km from Mount John Lookout

฿4,754

฿5,468 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A wooden cabin with a large window, a patio, and a view of the Milky Way.

A modern room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table with wine glasses and a bottle, and a view of buildings and mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a mountain landscape through the window.

A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table with fruit, and a large window offering a mountain view.

16. Sunshine Suites

2.8 km from Mount John Lookout

฿5,543

฿6,375 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a building, a desk, and a chair.

A modern building with a metal exterior and a wooden door, set against a starry night sky.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, dining table, kitchen area, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dishwasher, and a washing machine. There is a dining area with a table set for two, blue plates, and glasses.

17. Starlet 11

2.8 km from Mount John Lookout

฿5,327

฿6,711 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A spacious living room with a grey sofa, a small round coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern building with a wooden facade and large glass doors, likely a hotel or office.

18. Starry Lodge

2.7 km from Mount John Lookout

฿7,979

฿9,176 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A well-maintained lawn with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A snow-covered house with a sign indicating it is an accommodation and gallery.

A modern kitchen with a built-in sink, wooden cabinets, and a window with a view of greenery.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, and a view of a balcony with a wooden deck and greenery outside.

19. Burkes Pass Country Motel

18.9 km from Mount John Lookout

Richmond

฿3,434

฿3,949 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A modern building with a large window and a porch overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A rural landscape with a metal roofed structure, possibly a gazebo or pavilion, overlooking a field with trees and hills in the distance.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, black leather sofa, and potted plants.

A room with a bed, two wicker chairs, a large window with curtains, and a view of trees and mountains.

20. Alpine Views Burkes Pass

18.7 km from Mount John Lookout

Chan-Chia

฿6,735

฿7,746 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Mount John Lookout

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Mackenzie Suites	9.8 Exceptional 132 reviews	View
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo	9.6 Exceptional 300 reviews	View
Galaxy Boutique Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 478 reviews	View
Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments	9.2 Wonderful 20 reviews	View
Lakes Edge Holiday Park	9.0 Wonderful 433 reviews	View

Top Mount John Lookout Hotel Reviews

Peppers Bluewater Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very friendly and helpful we would definitely stay there again"

Skyrim Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"I liked the property,but didn’t like the check in proceedure through apps no main office in town."

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location & the rooms were beautiful"

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

10/10 Excellent

"너무 친절한 남자 직원분이 안내해주셨고, 데카포 호수 바로 앞의 위치가 최고입니다. 도착했더니 펜트하우스로 업그레이드 시켜주셨어요. 건물은 잘 관리되어있어고 매우 청결하고 깨끗했습니다. 넓고 깨끗한 숙소에서 정말 편하게 지낼 수 있었습니다. 데카포 호수에 들르시는 분들께 강추드립니다."

Mantra Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, kitchen was great. Plenty of parking, comfy beds, very safe. No dryer"

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"The place overlooks Lake Tekapo. It is hard to see the full lake from the cabin because there are trees blocking it, but if you walk a few minutes down, you can get stunning views of the lake. The place also has a no partying rule and complete quiet after 10:30pm. It is not very friendly for travelers without cars as the reception area is a 5-10 mins walk away and the roads are a bit rocky on some parts."

The Mackenzie Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious, well appointed units that made a lovely home away from home. Brilliant views, comfortable and everything we needed. Fantastically helpful staff on arrival. Communication prior through hotels not as good but would definitely stay again without hesitation!"

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, great views, nearby restaurants"

Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful room with great view of the lake, church and southern alps at Lake Tepako. Very modern, well furnished, and warm for our winter stay. Very close to cafes and restaurants. We stayed two nights for our visit and Heli hike to Mt Cook. Would definitely stay again."

Other attractions near Mount John Lookout

A lake surrounded by mountains with snow-capped peaks and a small island with trees.

Mount John Observatory

9.0/10 (338 reviews)

Take an evening tour to see the wonders of the night sky or visit during the day to enjoy the stunning views of Lake Tekapo and the surrounding mountains.

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A swimming pool with a mountainous backdrop.

Tekapo Springs

9.0/10 (453 reviews)

Lie back and relax in healing waters, enjoy a massage or get involved in a range of outdoor activities, all with a fabulous alpine backdrop.

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A stone church under a starry night sky.

Church of the Good Shepherd

9.0/10 (949 reviews)

Stop off at this charming church to enjoy stunning mountain views, appreciate some fine stone carving and learn its fascinating history.

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A bronze statue of a dog standing on a rock against a blue sky with clouds.

Sheepdog Statue

8.6/10 (601 reviews)

Standing proudly before the snow-capped Southern Alps, this famous statue is testament to the high esteem with which sheepdogs are held in this area.

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Dark Sky Project

8.2/10 (153 reviews)

Explore the campus of Dark Sky Project during your stay in Lake Tekapo. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo

7.6/10 (34 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Lake Tekapo at The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

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Cowans Hill Walkway

8.4/10 (50 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Lake Tekapo when you stop by Cowans Hill Walkway. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mount John Lookout?

Mount John Lookout is located in a walkable area of Tekapo known for its beautiful lakeside setting and stargazing. You'll find 230 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Mount John Lookout?

Located a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Mount John Lookout, Lakes Edge Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a short distance include Lakes Edge Holiday Park and The Huts at Lakes Edge.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Mount John Lookout?

Expedia has 230 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Mount John Lookout.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mount John Lookout, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Mount John Lookout.

What can I see and do near Mount John Lookout?

Create some family memories at Mount John Observatory and Dark Sky Project. Enjoy nature at Tekapo Springs, Lake Tekapō Regional Park or Cowans Hill Walkway. Church of the Good Shepherd, The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo and Maclaren Footbridge are a few additional nearby sights.

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Our top choices for Mount John Lookout hotels

1. The Mackenzie Suites

2. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

3. Galaxy Boutique Hotel

4. Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

5. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

6. Mantra Lake Tekapo

7. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

8. Lakes Edge Lodge

9. Haka House Lake Tekapo

10. The Godley Hotel

11. Peppers Bluewater Resort

12. April One Bedroom Apartment

13. Alpine Studio Coulson

14. Tekapo1929 Lakefront Villa

15. Star View 3 Bedroom

16. Sunshine Suites

17. Starlet 11

18. Starry Lodge

19. Burkes Pass Country Motel

20. Alpine Views Burkes Pass

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Top Mount John Lookout Hotel Reviews

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Skyrim Lodge

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Mantra Lake Tekapo

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

The Mackenzie Suites

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

Other attractions near Mount John Lookout

Mount John Observatory

Tekapo Springs

Church of the Good Shepherd

Sheepdog Statue

Dark Sky Project

The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo

Cowans Hill Walkway

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